What is in Caphosol?

What is in Caphosol?

Dibasic sodium phosphate 0.032, monobasic sodium phosphate 0.009, calcium chloride 0.052, sodium chloride 0.569, purified water; supersaturated calcium phosphate rinse; contains sodium 71mg/30mL dose.

How does Caphosol work?

This medication is used to treat dry mouth and throat. It is an artificial saliva that moistens and cleans the mouth. This allows you to be more comfortable when drinking, chewing and speaking. It also provides relief from mouth sores, also called mucositis, caused by radiation treatment or cancer chemotherapy.

Do you need a prescription for Caphosol?

Caphosol does not require a prescription. You can purchase it over the counter. However, be sure to let your healthcare team know about this and any other over-the-counter products you are using.

Is Caphosol over the counter?

Caphosol® is the supersaturated calcium phosphate rinse proven to reduce the occurrence of oral mucositis. It is an “over-the-counter” product so very safe with no drug interactions.

What are artificial saliva products?

Artificial saliva is an over-the-counter (OTC) product used to treat dry mouth (xerostomia). Artificial saliva is available under the following different brand names: Oasis, Aquoral, SalivaSure, Caphosol, and XyliMelts.

What is saliva Max?

SalivaMAX® is a supersaturated calcium phosphate powder that when dissolved in water, creates a solution with a high concentration of electrolytes similar to that of natural saliva. SalivaMAX is an artificial saliva that is used to relieve acute and chronic symptoms of xerostomia.

Where can I buy Caphosol?

Average 12 Month Prices for Caphosol

What is oral mucositis?

Mucositis is when your mouth or gut is sore and inflamed. It’s a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer. Although mucositis is usually painful, it can be treated.

Do XyliMelts have side effects?

XyliMelts contain active ingredient xylitol and cellulose gum which coat, lubricate and soothe the oral cavity and also help stimulate your natural saliva flow. XyliMelts decrease plaque and tooth decay and have no known side effects or contra-indications.

What is the best product for dry mouth?

Try over-the-counter saliva substitutes — look for products containing xylitol, such as Mouth Kote or Oasis Moisturizing Mouth Spray, or ones containing carboxymethylcellulose (kahr-bok-see-meth-ul-SEL-u-lohs) or hydroxyethyl cellulose (hi-drok-see-ETH-ul SEL-u-lohs), such as Biotene Oral Balance.

What is a natural remedy for dry mouth at night?

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• drink plenty of cold water – take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night.
• suck on ice cubes or ice lollies.
• sip on cold unsweetened drinks.
• chew sugar-free gum or suck on sugar-free sweets.
• use lip balm if your lips are also dry.

Is SalivaMAX covered by insurance?

SalivaMAX is covered by most commercial insurance providers. If it is not covered, your patient will never be billed without prior approval. When covered, there is typically a small copay, which will be covered through our Patient Assistance Program, resulting in most patients receiving SalivaMAX at no cost.

What is magic mouthwash?

Magic mouthwash is a mouth-rinse mixture. It’s made of different medications used to relieve pain from mouth and throat sores. There’s no standard set of ingredients or directions for magic mouthwash. Your healthcare provider will determine which ingredients may work best for you.

Why is Benadryl in Magic mouthwash?

Each mouthwash usually contains an antibiotic, an antihistamine, an antifungal, a corticosteroid, and an antacid. Common ingredients used in magic mouthwash formulations include: Diphenhydramine – an antihistamine that can reduce inflammation and pain. Diphenhydramine is marketed commercially as Benadryl.

Do XyliMelts cause tooth decay?

Both remedies that passed the acidity test, XyliMelts and Salese, contain a pH level of 8.0, which is considered non-harmful to teeth.

Can I drink water while using XyliMelts?

XyliMelts can be used with CPAP machines, oral appliances, dentures and can be used while eating and drinking.

What is the fastest way to cure dry mouth?

Vyas suggests the following:

1. Stay hydrated. Drink sips of water throughout the day.
2. Chew gum or suck on hard candy.
3. Avoid alcohol, caffeine and acidic juices.
4. Moisten your food.
5. Don’t smoke or use chewing tobacco.
6. Use a humidifier.
7. Brush your teeth after each meal.
8. Talk to your doctor.

What vitamin can help dry mouth?

Zinc & Your Oral Health

Generally, zinc is used in toothpaste and mouth rinses to prevent plaque formation. A zinc deficiency has been correlated to oral health diseases such as burning mouth syndrome and dry mouth, medically known as xerostomia.

What is the best thing to drink for dry mouth?

Food & Beverages that Help Dry Mouth
Sugar-free juices, reduced-sugar sports drinks, club soda, and herbal tea with lemon are good beverage choices when you just can’t stand the idea of drinking any more water. A soft, high-protein diet is recommended for people with dry mouth.

Is Salivamax over-the-counter?

Salivamax is a brand-name prescription artificial saliva or saliva replacer. Other brand names include Caphosol and NeutraSal. Calcium phosphate dibasic is the generic version and is available over-the-counter.

Is Salivamax covered by Medicare?

Due to government regulations, we do not accept Medicare, Medicaid, or Tricare.

What is the prescription name for Magic mouthwash?

diphenhydramine hydrochloride/dexamethasone/nystatin magic mouthwash.

What does Benadryl do in Magic mouthwash?

Some common medications found in magic mouthwash formulas include: Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine. Liquid diphenhydramine (Benadryl) is used to lessen swelling. Antacids are used to help the medications coat your sores to provide relief.

What can I use instead of Magic mouthwash?

Interested in making homemade Magic Mouthwash or Magic mouthwash OTC? All you need is equal parts of liquid benadryl and maalox. If you are trying to make this without a prescription, use ibuprofen in place of lidocaine since you can only get lidocaine by prescription.

Do dentists recommend XyliMelts?

In a March 2016 Clinicians Report® survey of dentists published by CR Foundation, an independent, non-profit, dental education and product testing foundation, 152 dentists who were familiar with OraCoat XyliMelts rated it more effective than any other remedy for dry mouth, including prescription drugs which came in …